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Galbi Jim (Korean Braised Short Ribs) Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 3 lbs beef short ribs, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup rice wine
- 1/4 cup sesame oil
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tbsp ginger, grated
- 1 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
- 4 green onions, chopped
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds, toasted

Special equipment needed:
- Large pot or Dutch oven with lid

Step-by-step instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 325°F.

2. In a large pot or Dutch oven, add the beef short ribs, onion, garlic, soy sauce, brown sugar, rice wine, sesame oil, water, ginger, gochujang, and black pepper. Mix well.

3. Cover the pot with a lid and bring to a boil over high heat.

4. Once boiling, reduce heat to low and simmer for 2 hours.

5. After 2 hours, add the carrots and potatoes to the pot. Cover with the lid and continue to simmer for another hour.

6. Once the meat is tender and falling off the bone, remove from heat.

7. Garnish with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds.


- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 3 hours
Temperature:
- Oven temperature: 325°F
Serving size:
- This recipe serves 4-6 people.

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 500
- Fat: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Protein: 40g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Pork ribs can be substituted for beef short ribs.
- Brown sugar can be substituted with honey or maple syrup.
- Rice wine can be substituted with dry sherry or white wine.
- Gochujang can be substituted with red pepper flakes or hot sauce.

Variations:
- Add sliced mushrooms to the pot for extra flavor.
- Use sweet potatoes instead of regular potatoes.
- Add 1 cup of beef broth for a richer flavor.

Tips and tricks:
- For a deeper flavor, marinate the beef short ribs in the sauce for at least 2 hours before cooking.
- If the sauce is too salty, add a little bit of water to balance it out.
- To make the dish spicier, add more gochujang or red pepper flakes.

Storage instructions:
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve in a large bowl or on a platter with the vegetables arranged around the meat.

Garnishes:
- Chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds.

Pairings:
- Serve with steamed rice and kimchi.

Suggested side dishes:
- Korean-style spinach salad
- Steamed bok choy
- Pickled radish

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the meat is tough, it needs to cook longer. Simmer for another 30 minutes to an hour until tender.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure the meat is fully cooked before serving. The internal temperature should reach 145°F.

Food history:
- Galbi Jim is a traditional Korean dish that dates back to the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910). It was originally made with beef or pork ribs and was served to royalty and nobility.

Flavor profiles:
- Savory, sweet, and slightly spicy.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve hot with steamed rice and kimchi for a complete meal.

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Region: Korean

Taste: Savory, Umami, Sweet, Tangy, Spicy